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Supporting Venezuelan artisans since 2015 and sharing with the world the passion and unlimited resiliency of Venezuelan artists and makers.

"Omer Khan was born in Kabul, and from a young age has been in love with the beauty of Afghanistan. He hoped with each snap of his camera to capture its enchanting countryside, historic locales, and natural wonders, in part because he feels that photographers traveling to his country from the West have focused only on capturing war photos depicting violence, displaced people, and explosions. Because of this, his mission became showing the images they miss, the natural landscapes, ancient sites, and the faces, smiles, and lives of everyday Afghans. “I have always loved art,” says Omer. Early on, he learned Persian calligraphy. In university, he studied journalism, but his program only covered content and story-telling training. He understood how to write photo-journalism stories, but was not yet trained in using cameras. So around 2014, he began observing others taking pictures, noticed their lighting, composition and editing. He watched YouTube videos and mastered the optics of the camera. "

"I began painting as an amateur in 2000, when I was in Islamabad, Pakistan. I continued drawing after returning to Afghanistan in 2002. I then enrolled in the Faculty of Fine Arts of Kabul University in 2003 and completed my BA in Painting/Drawing in 2007. I also became a member of the Centre for Contemporary Arts of Afghanistan in 2004. In 2006 other female artists and I established the Centre for Women Artists in Kabul, with the aim of introducing contemporary Afghan women’s arts to a wide audience and advancing it locally through the commissioning of new artworks, and to also serve as a platform for emergent artistic practices. It has been two years since I came to the United States and started my artistic activities again I see myself as a quiet and calm person on the surface, but inside I have a lot of energy and passion. This inner energy and passion drive me to strive for freedom and to work toward the well-being of my community and the defense of human rights. I have always struggled with the idea of true freedom in my life. Unfortunately, this society has never been able to give me a clear understanding or definition of individual freedom. Most of my works are centered on women; their identity and their social role are recurring themes in her paintings. Most importantly, why is it that women are made to realize gender differences when aiming to find their place in the society. The Works remind the viewer of the limitations and the “silence” imposed on women that they have inherited from history. My work is meant to partially break this silence through artwork. I lived in societies where individual freedoms have not been understood and defined clearly."

Homes Not Borders via New Neighbor Designs, helps recently arrive refugee women create and sell home goods, (including many HNB uses in their own home set ups) while also providing them skill building and a way to earn extra income.

Introducing "Raw Blossom", a Ukrainian woman-led business dedicated to crafting exquisite, natural artisanal soap and candles. We combine age-old traditions with a contemporary touch, offering an unparalleled sensory experience. Meticulously sourced botanical ingredients form the heart of each product, ensuring their purity and potency. With utmost care and passion we pour our expertise into every bar and every jar, infusing them with captivating fragrances and intricate designs that reflect the rich beauty of nature. Raw Blossom embraces nature's wonders, nurturing a harmonious connection between self-care and sustainable living. Our dedication to quality, craftsmanship, and eco-conscious practices has earned us a loyal clientele seeking a touch of tranquility and elegance in their daily routines. Experience the artistry and allure of Raw Blossom, where we illuminate the world with our enchanting creations.

We are a small business founded to support artisans in India to bring forth their arts and crafts in a way that signifies the beauty with the functionality. We have been around for about 3 years now evolving in our products and craft storytelling. We work directly with these artisans residing in remote villages in Kutch, Gujrat, India.

What started out as a simple gift of crayons and paper to refugee children in northern Greece has transformed into an international pop art exhibition, giving a voice to thousands of refugees from the Middle East and Africa, and has inspired hope, healing and empowerment. 100% of the proceeds from art sales go directly to the artist. All the art is created in Greece at our workshops. See the video story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&feature=youtu.be&v=rpRBS7tBANU

Deux Mains is a different type of fashion business creating new ways to design, make and manufacture. Every piece is produced by Master Haitian Craftspeople from responsibly sourced materials. Deux Mains sandals, premium leather goods and jewelry are carefully crafted with an artisanal finish that will last for years to come. Created in a time of disaster, Deux Mains thrives in its wake. When a catastrophic earthquake destroyed Haiti's capital city in 2010, Deux Mains' Founder and Creative Director, Julie Colombino-Billingham, found an opportunity to build a fashion business with fairness stitched in. At our core, we believe in thoughtful design, carefully crafted goods, and the power we each hold as consumers. Our passion for leather craft combined with the need for job creation in Haiti became the catalyst and inspiration behind the brand. Each collection honors the ancestral wisdom and talent of Haiti's people.

Our products are made by Afghan women inside Afghanistan by Afghan women. We want to introduce Afghan culture to the whole world, provide Afghan women with a solid foundation and grow the economy of Afghan women.

My art is beautiful design that I make by myself. It is a traditional art of my country Afghan.

We are working to provide a platform for Afghans women make 100% handmade rugs or kilims and hand crafts from the best and highest quality fleece and natural wool .They are woven with the artistic and delicate hands of Afghan girls and women and available at Sarah Rugs and handicrafts.

Lamimiboutique is a festive celebration of the Latin Culture. We offer handmade curated artisan crafts and crochet creations. Some of the products that I sell are designed and manufacture by Me, but I also sourced my store from a variety of Artisans in small Mexican communities, that benefit from the sustainable trade and economic development. By supporting my business, you will not only have the opportunity to own a very special handmade piece of my culture but you will be supporting the dreams of many Latina entrepreneurs. Mariale Bonilla, Creator & Curator Lamimiboutique.

ARTICLE22 is an ethical brand of jewelry and accessories creating modern and unique heirlooms that celebrate stories of positive transformation and make real impact. Handmade by traditional artisans in Laos from upcycled war shrapnel and scrap, each piece is transformed into a symbol of love and light. Each piece is a modern heirloom - an actual piece of history redesigned with intention - that inspires action toward our future, individually and collectively. All purchases contribute to the safe clearance of some of the 80 million unexploded bombs contaminating land in Laos through our collaboration with DC-based nonprofit MAG America. ARTICLE22 also supports the advocacy and education efforts of close partners Legacies of War and Lao Heritage Foundation, nonprofits based in Washington DC.

FenZoul Gallery aims to preserve, leverage, and amplify the voices and talents of communities of color through art. FenZoul Gallery donates a portion of the proceeds from each sale to organizations supporting social justice. Buyers chooses which organization they’d like the donation to support. See the video story.

All my life, I remember watching my father Epy create beautiful pieces of jewelry. His craftsmanship and style is well known, not only in the market of Khan El Khalili, but in Cairo Egypt. His customers ranged from everyday shoppers to diplomats. At the sweet age of nine, my father started his venture making jewelry and continued until his last breath, in June 2017. During his venture, his design, work, and his name came to be well-known. He was a master in creating jewelry.

Karam Foundation is a non-profit organization building a better future for Syria. We do this by investing in Syrian refugee youth, students, and families, and guiding them on their individual pathways to leadership. Since 2007, we have been serving Syrian refugee communities in the United States, Turkey, and Jordan through mentorship, education initiatives, sustainable aid, and community-driven programs. We are on a mission to build 10,000 Leaders for the future of Syria by the year 2028.

Out of chance came a vision: To create a company with products made by immigrant women in the Washington, DC area thereby empowering these women to build a place of their own for themselves and for their families. But what kind of products? Candles! Hand poured, small batch, wonderfully fragrant candles to be exact. Made at home to provide security and accommodate flexible schedules. And scalable so that opportunities for refugee women grow as the brand evolves.

We've always shared a passion for creating stylish, high-quality Authentic Afghan Traditional clothing that empowers people to express their unique sense of style. Now, as partners, we're even more committed to bringing you the best in fashion.

Buldano is Turkish textile brand focused on environment friendly products. Our best sellers are Turkish towels, robes and apparel made out of 100% Organic Cotton.

IWDC was established in 1995 to strengthen women's global leadership through training, education, networking and research with a focus on increasing the participation of women in politics, policy and decision making within their own governments. IWDC trains women worldwide how to run for elected office, how to lobby their legislatures and how to advocate for issues central to their communities. IWDC works in partnerships with established organizations to facilitate all programs, projects and activities. IWDC's Welcome Refugee Program provides arriving refugees and immigrants with all they need to settle into their new home country and their new homes including registration for ESL, furniture, registration for school, job assistance and more. In 1998, the United Nations awarded IWDC Special Consultative Status to ECOSOC and IWDC participates as an official Delegation to UN Special Sessions, Global Conferences and expert group meetings.

Handmade 925 sterling silver jewelry & mother of pearl boxes & Blown glass.

Anatolian Artisans is a local NGO working to provide sustainable income for low income women artisans and refugees in Turkey. We are an all volunteer organization and all proceeds from sales of arts and crats go to artisans.

Washington D.C. based Will Salha has been perfecting his skills in impressionism ever since he was very young; his art style is born from the womb of his younger years, where he grew up in a small town in Lebanon -Raselmatn- with beautiful nature and scenery.

Global Goods Partners (GGP) is committed to providing sustainable jobs for women—widely proven to be the key to community development and family wellbeing. In partnership with women-led, community-based organizations, GGP taps into the rich well of skill and artistry that is passed from one generation of women to the next. We invest all proceeds from product sales in developing sustainable market access as well as providing training and funding to enable our partners to prosper and thrive well into the future. See the video story: https://vimeo.com/147877366

Artisans Beyond Borders calms trauma and restores grace, agency, and income for asylum-seekers and their families who are waiting indeterminably for asylum in shelters and on the streets at the Mexico port of entry. Through their heritage handcraft - original one-of-a-kind embroideries - they offer us a piece of themselves for our homes. See the video story.

Our Handcrafted Holiday Collection is a 20-piece series of stunning ornaments, each reflecting the history, traditions and journeys of refugee artisans.  Each ornament is a symbol of solidarity that is crafted by refugees and brought to you by MADE51, a new global brand from the UN Refugee Agency. See the video story: https://vimeo.com/321785323

A social enterprise that supports refugees and artisans through candle-making and beautifully crafted vessels easily refilled or repurposed for a lifetime of enjoyment. As we like to say, there's a story behind every candle we pour. Behind every candle we pour is a resilient woman and her journey toward a brighter future. Whether fleeing persecution, a war widow, or a mother escaping poverty, her strength and perseverance have led her to Prosperity Candle. She is rebuilding her life one candle at a time. See the video story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WkFdJvqcxE